I loved the Brixton Brothers 1 because it had mystery cool detective tricks, etc. Yes I did have a favorite and least favorite character. My favorite character was Stele. My least favorite was Steve’s Mom. Recommended for ages 9 to 11 and for fans of mysteries.

Incarceron is a very interesting book. It’s about a boy named “FINN” and a girl named “Claudia.” The book switches from their points of view. In the book Finn and Claudia find a way to talk to each other which is unusual because Finn is a prisoner in the prison and Claudia is the daughter of the warden at the prison. WARNING! It says the b-word about 7 times and the h-word 3. I highly suggest this book.

Touchblue is an amazing, inspiring story about a family who live on a little island in Maine, who want to get a foster child. When he comes they do not expect a brilliant musician. He loves music, but just wishes that he could see his mother again. Well, in that family is a kind young girl who wants to help that boy get his mother to come to Maine. My favorite character is that little girl named Tess. When she sets a goal she makes sure she reaches that goal. I also love her positive attitude during the story. That is the main reason I love this book. The themes, characters, and the thoughtfulness of helping that little boy.

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*[http://aries.jmrl.org/record=b1265679~S9'''''The Twilight Saga: The Official illustrated guide by Stephanie Meyer''''']

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I LOVE this book! It is one of my all time faves! It is very well written and the characters are very well described. My favorite character is Jess or Maybelle. This is a book that is one of a kind and I would encourage YOU to read it.

I really liked this book because even though some parts were sad it was sort of a happy book. It was funny and I really liked the way that it was written. It is set in a restaurant called “The Dancing Pancake” that has many odd and fun customers. I recommend this book to people who like slightly weird and happy books.

When Claire Lyons and her family moves to Westchester, New York from Orlando, Florida, the young girl cannot imagine the lifestyle she is about to embark on. Due to an old friendship between her father, Jay, and a wealthy old college friend, Mr. Block, the Lyons family moves into the Blocks' guest house until they can afford to buy a property of their own. Upon seeing the luxurious home of the Blocks, complete with servants, a huge pool and personal driver, Claire realizes that she is in a whole new league. When Claire meets Massie Block she is thrilled to make a new friend. After all, she and Massie are the same age and will both be attending the prestigious Octavian Day School. Unfortunately, Massie makes it clear that she wants nothing to do with Claire and that she has her own elite circle of friends. Massie is all about her girlfriends - Alicia, Kristen and Dylan. Together, the four girls rule Octavian Day School and are considered the most glamorous, popular and envied seventh graders. Decked out in designer clothes, these girls consider shopping an art form and are quick to gossip and place their peers on the out list. Although Claire is desperate to fit in and become a part of Massie's group, she is brutally shunned by the girls. As the ringleader, Massie makes it clear to her clique that Claire is persona non grata. They engage in cruel tactics such as smearing red paint on the butt of Claire's jeans, ignoring her presence and throwing food at her. As Claire struggles to find a place for herself in her elite new surroundings she finds a way to turn the tables on Massie and create some friction in Massie's social whirl

When Claire Lyons and her family moves to Westchester, New York from Orlando, Florida, the young girl cannot imagine the lifestyle she is about to embark on. Due to an old friendship between her father, Jay, and a wealthy old college friend, Mr. Block, the Lyons family moves into the Blocks' guest house until they can afford to buy a property of their own. Upon seeing the luxurious home of the Blocks, complete with servants, a huge pool and personal driver, Claire realizes that she is in a whole new league. When Claire meets Massie Block she is thrilled to make a new friend. After all, she and Massie are the same age and will both be attending the prestigious Octavian Day School. Unfortunately, Massie makes it clear that she wants nothing to do with Claire and that she has her own elite circle of friends. Massie is all about her girlfriends - Alicia, Kristen and Dylan. Together, the four girls rule Octavian Day School and are considered the most glamorous, popular and envied seventh graders. Decked out in designer clothes, these girls consider shopping an art form and are quick to gossip and place their peers on the out list. Although Claire is desperate to fit in and become a part of Massie's group, she is brutally shunned by the girls. As the ringleader, Massie makes it clear to her clique that Claire is persona non grata. They engage in cruel tactics such as smearing red paint on the butt of Claire's jeans, ignoring her presence and throwing food at her. As Claire struggles to find a place for herself in her elite new surroundings she finds a way to turn the tables on Massie and create some friction in Massie's social whirl

I would highly recommend the book The Calculus Affair by Herge. When the professor Calculus is kidnapped for his knowledge of a mysterious weapon, it's up to intrepid reporter Tintin and his faithful dog Snowy and his friend Captain Haddock to save him. I would recommend this fast-paced graphic novel to action-lovers in the 4th - 7th grades.

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*[http://aries.jmrl.org/search/t?asterix+and+the+big+fight'''''Asterix and the Big Fight'''''] by Rene Goscinny

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This book is a good book because it is very clever. My favorite character is Asterix because he is cunning. This book is for anyone 8 and up.

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This book is a good book because it is funny. Asterix is my favorite character because he gets put into a lot of trouble. I think this book is for anyone 8 and up.

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This book is also a humor filled book. My favorite character is Asterix because he is clever. I think this book is for anyone 8 and up.

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I liked this book because it is full of humor. My favorite character is Asterix because he is funny. I recommend this book to all kids ages 8 and up.

Another book in the hilarious [http://aries.jmrl.org/search/t?diary+of+a+wimpy+kid'''''Diary of a Wimpy Kid'''''] series soon to be followed by [http://aries.jmrl.org/search/X?cabin+fever+kinney'''''Cabin Fever'''''] coming in the fall of 2011. This book's best character is Manny. It is for anyone who likes hilarity.

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This is the guide to the [http://aries.jmrl.org/search/t?percy+jackson'''''Percy Jackson''''']series telling you everything about a lot of things. Not all though. There isn't really a plot but I'd choose Percy as my favorite character. This book is for all Percy Jackson fans.

This is another guide, but this one is to the [http://aries.jmrl.org/search/t?septimus+heap'''''Septimus Heap'''''] series. My favorite character is Septimus Heap and this book is for all Septimus Heap fans.

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*[http://aries.jmrl.org/search/t?eraks+ransom'''''Erak's Ransom'''''] by John Flanagan

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I am really enjoying this [http://aries.jmrl.org/search/t?rangers+apprentice'''''series'''''] and in this book I was (once again) stunned by all the twists and turns! Mr. Flanagan is an amazing author and this desert dilemma is one amazing adventure to read.

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*[http://aries.jmrl.org/search/t?rule+#+1'''''Rule #1'''''] by Phil Town

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I love Rule # 1 because it teaches average people how they can successfully invest in stocks and receive a 15% return (or more!) with little risk. Phil is a great example of a rags-to-riches story. Testimonies like this are the most successful, as they show that you don\'t have to be a guru to be wealthy and have financial peace. Practicing the Rule # 1 method will help you escape the mediocrity and risk of mutual funds and really unlock the doors to serious wealth.

I love Henry Huggins because it brilliantly and hilariously portrays the antics of a boy's life. Scooter is my favorite character because he is irrepressibly funny. For instance, when Henry put his dog inside a bag to smuggle on to the bus, Scooter said, "There's something alive in there! I bet it's a baby--I bet he kidnapped a baby!" I think that children and adults of all ages will enjoy reading this lighthearted book.

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Awesome! I LOVE this book. A Calvin and Hobbes book, it is a comic book. However, it still has unique panels and hilarious dialogue. Other Calvin and Hobbes books are "Scientific Progress Goes Boink, There's Treasure Everywhere, and Something Under my Bed is Drooling'. Read these! They are hilarious!

I like The Golden Compass because Lyra, the main character gets to so many places and meet so many people and throughout all those places she makes so many friends. My favorite person in the book is Roger, Lyra's best friend. I think this book would be good for children in the age limit of 10-15.

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As Lemony Snicket wraps up the series of Unfortunate Events, many secrets are revealed. Some have to do with Count Olaf, others about Kit Snicket, and even a secret about the parents of Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire. In this book many exciting things happen such as a baby being born, four people get washed up on the shore of a strict colony, and a secret house under a giant apple tree.

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A girl named Riley has crossed the bridge to the afterlife. She is living in a place called here. And don't bother asking what the time is because the answer would always be now. But being dead isn't what Riley suspected it would be. Riley got summoned by the council. And they assigned her a job soul catcher. Sounds scary, huh!

A girl named Riley has crossed the bridge to the afterlife. She is living in a place called here. And don't bother asking what the time is because the answer would always be now. But being dead isn't what Riley suspected it would be. Riley got summoned by the council. And they assigned her a job soul catcher. Sounds scary, huh!

Eyewitness NASCAR by James Buckley, Jr. is a nonfiction book about the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR). It describes the history, the drivers, and many other things about stock car racing. I would recommend this book to sports lovers and/or NASCAR fans in the 4th-7th grade.

I thought the story was pretty good except that it was really predictable. My favorite character is Lord Winthrop because he made the story a bit funny. I think this book is for anyone ages 8 and up and for people who like action, and historical mysteries.

This book is about a girl named Maybelline who sets on to a trip to find her biological father, she catches a ride with her friend Hollywood, which is going to USC. Her other friend Ted also tags along. When Hollywood gets busy with his filming, and Ted works for a movie star, she has nowhere to stay. She moves in with someone and finds a job; will she ever find her real father after all she has done?

The second book in the Hunger Games trilogy managed to keep the excitement high and characters invigorating while slightly shifting the dynamic of the world. Now a celebrity Katniss finds life to be as complicated as ever and Collins does a superb job of showing the repercussions of the characters' actions after the pivotal Hunger Games from the previous book. 4.5 stars.

I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more in the series. It was very much like Harry Potter and the Percy Jackson series. Magic and fantasy facinate me and this was another excellent representation of these genres.

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This book was unique and interesting.Following the life of an uneducated homeless orphan girl in the Middle Ages has its exciting and dull moments. It was an eye-opening read and made me see that time period in a whole new way. Definitely worth the read through.

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A comedy about bending the rules to reach your goal, Bend It Like Beckham explores the world of women's soccer, from kick-abouts in the park to free kicks in the Final. Set in Hounslow, West London and Hamburg, the film follows two 18 year olds with their hearts set on a future in professional soccer. Heart-stopping talent doesn't seem to be enough when your parents want you to hang up your football boots, find a nice boyfriend and learn to cook the perfect chapatti.

Taylor Swift abandons any pretense that she's a teen on her second album, FEARLESS--which isn't to say that she suddenly tarts herself up, running away from her youth in a manner that's all too familiar to many teen stars. Swift's maturation is deliberate and careful, styled after the crossover country-pop. My personal favorites are Fearless and You Belong With Me. My least favorites are slow downbeat songs like Hey Stephen and White Horse. But, this is a really good CD I would recommend to buy or borrow from the library.

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I loved the movie Second Chances because it's about a girl named Sunny whose dad had died in a car accident. After that happened Sunny was left temporarily paralyzed and living with her mom. Later they moved to a house next to a large ranch owned by a man named Ben Taylor. In this movie, Sunny makes some friends and saves a horse named Ginger from being chopped up for dog food. Later she comes in second place at a rodeo but lets her rival Malinda use her horse after Malinda's turned out lame. When Malinda wins Sunny gets half the money. Later Ben Taylor proposes to Sunny's mom and they get married. I think this movie will be interesting for horse lovers of all ages.

I loved the CD because it is Justin B. Yes, I like the CD as well as the other CDs. The two worst songs are "Baby" and "Should Be Me". The two best songs are "One Less Lonely Girl" and "Love Me." I think he is R and B. 8-12 years old, because a lot of people like Justin Bieber.

I loved this CD 'cause it's my favorite artist. I like all of Justin Bieber books, CDs, movies, anything and everything Justin Bieber. All of the songs were awesome! I think he is pop & R & B. My friend would love it so much. I think young adults & teens should read, listen, and watch.

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This is the final wrap up in the worldwide best seller book Harry Potter. This is the best Harry Potter movie yet. My favorite character is Harry. This is a must see movie.

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The best songs on it are Nothin’ on you by BOB, Rude Boy by Rihanna, Immabe by Black Eyed Peas, Solo by Izay, All of the Right Moves by One Republic, Halfway Gone by Lifehouse, and breakeven by the Script. The worst songs are Baby by Justin Beiber. The genre is hiphop-pop-rap. For ages 10-30. For fans of hiphop-pop-rap.

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The best songs are Love the Way You Lie by Eminem, Just the Way You Are by Bruno Mars, Firework by Katy Perry, Whip My Hair by Willow Smith, and My Gril by Mindless Behaviro. There are no bad songs. The type of music is hiphop-rap-pop. Ages 10-30. For fans of hiphop-rap-pop. I love this one.

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The best songs are Billionaire by Travis McCoy and Rock That Body by Black Eyed Peas, Ridin’ Solo by Jason Derulo. Type of music: hiphop-rap-pop. Age group 10-30. For fans of hiphop-rap-pop.

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KC’s mom is getting married to the president. The people and the press know everything about their intimate wedding and honeymoon. KC and Marshall use their sleuthing skills to figure out how all the top secret info if getting outside of the White House. I recommend this book for anyone who loves a good mystery.

I loved the Brixton Brothers 1 because it had mystery cool detective tricks, etc. Yes I did have a favorite and least favorite character. My favorite character was Stele. My least favorite was Steve’s Mom. Recommended for ages 9 to 11 and for fans of mysteries.

Incarceron is a very interesting book. It’s about a boy named “FINN” and a girl named “Claudia.” The book switches from their points of view. In the book Finn and Claudia find a way to talk to each other which is unusual because Finn is a prisoner in the prison and Claudia is the daughter of the warden at the prison. WARNING! It says the b-word about 7 times and the h-word 3. I highly suggest this book.
Review by Nathan, grade 6

Touchblue is an amazing, inspiring story about a family who live on a little island in Maine, who want to get a foster child. When he comes they do not expect a brilliant musician. He loves music, but just wishes that he could see his mother again. Well, in that family is a kind young girl who wants to help that boy get his mother to come to Maine. My favorite character is that little girl named Tess. When she sets a goal she makes sure she reaches that goal. I also love her positive attitude during the story. That is the main reason I love this book. The themes, characters, and the thoughtfulness of helping that little boy.

I LOVED THIS BOOK! You would think that by looking at it that it would be boring, but it's really not. This book explains all the back stories of the Vampires and Wolves of the Twilight books. I discovered a lot of new things about Alice and James and a bunch of other Vampires. You can't really have a favorite character because all the back stories make you feel sorry for all of them. Well maybe not all of them, some of their back stories gave them no reason to be hateful. I don't want to give out any information because there might be some out there who haven't read the books yet (seeing the movies do not count). I would recommend this book for major fans of Twilight or people who are interested in becoming an author. The beginning of the book is a conversation with Stephenie Meyer's favorite author, Shannon Hale. This book also includes some art sent in by fans, a playlist and quotes that connect to the songs, time lines, different covers from all around the world, outtakes, and frequently asked questions. This book is the best thing to get if you want to know about all about the Twilight books.

I found this book very informative. It was exactly what I was looking for as a health book. I learned about the disease without the book being too advanced, and without losing interest. It wasn’t gory, but some things in the book did cause it to be placed in YA. Overall, it was interesting and I learned a lot about the disease.

Airborn was wonderful. There was plenty of emotion in the main character, Matti, which I liked. The book is steampunk, and a mixture of sci-fi, fantasy, romance, and historical fiction. The characters were original, interesting, and fully developed. However, sometimes it was hard to read because of long descriptions. The book also includes action, adventure, and suspense. I would highly recommend it.

As the Baudelaire orphans battle to keep from the clutches of Count Olaf several accidents occur. A harpoon gun is fired accidentally,a fake trial is held, and a judge is kidnapped. Count Olaf frames the Baudelaires for the crime and manages to escape a burning down hotel with the Baudelaires and with a very dangeous fungus.

It starts with Melody and Frankie as new girls and learning to fit in at the high school. Melody is a normal girl in an area that is filled with Monsters, though people don\'t know that. Frankie was created by her parents and is one of the monsters, but she just wants to be who she is not some put on person. Her naivete coupled with her pop culture knowledge made her a great character to watch develop. Melody on the other hand was an ordinary girl until her father helped her along with some cosmetic surgery, now she is the girl all the girls are jealous of at her new school and this causes problems. Not to mention the one guy she is interested in seems to have two very different sides. There has been recent Monster Sightings in Oregan. Melody thinks that the guy she likes is in very close connections with them. Melody and Frankie have a time they meet but they don\'t really pay attention to each other until something weird happens in Merston High (the school they go to). This story is very funny and interesting. It will keep you hooked to the book.

I LOVE this book! It is one of my all time faves! It is very well written and the characters are very well described. My favorite character is Jess or Maybelle. This is a book that is one of a kind and I would encourage YOU to read it.

I really liked this book because even though some parts were sad it was sort of a happy book. It was funny and I really liked the way that it was written. It is set in a restaurant called “The Dancing Pancake” that has many odd and fun customers. I recommend this book to people who like slightly weird and happy books.

I love Joan Lowery Nixon's books. She's such a lovely, well descriptive writer. I love how she makes me want to keep reading right from the beginning. She has a little bit of everything romance, humor, and suspense. Another thing I like is each of her books has a meaning. I learn from her books even if I don't realize what I've learned until the end. Sometimes I don't realize the meaning until the end. That's why I like her books.

I liked Going Postal because it shows Moist von Lipwig, the main character, shifting from an uncaring swindler to a compassionate man who cares for and loyally supports his friends and employees. At the end of the book, he makes a choice that brings down a bad regime but saves lives and supports his friends.

I loved the book because it is about friendship and an undercover mission that brings four children together. My favorite character was Reynie because he is so smart but nice and thoughtful. I also like Kate because she is so resourceful. I think that boys and girls ages 10 or up would like this book, but if you are like the four main characters: Reynie, Sticky, Kate, or Constance, meaning you are very gifted, I would say you could read it even if you are younger.

This book is an interesting reflection of supernatural myths and legends from many places. Its vivid description of Fairyland and the style of its writing draw the reader in to follow September, the main character, on her journey.

This book is interesting and well-written - starting with a girl who doesn't remember anything about her past or herself, and following her events as she tries to remember who she is - and eventually she does, in a shocking twist.

KC’s mom is getting married to the president. The people and the press know everything about their intimate wedding and honeymoon. KC and Marshall use their sleuthing skills to figure out how all the top secret info if getting outside of the White House. I recommend this book for anyone who loves a good mystery.

I LOVED THIS BOOK! You would think that by looking at it that it would be boring, but it's really not. This book explains all the back stories of the Vampires and Wolves of the Twilight books. I discovered a lot of new things about Alice and James and a bunch of other Vampires. You can't really have a favorite character because all the back stories make you feel sorry for all of them. Well maybe not all of them, some of their back stories gave them no reason to be hateful. I don't want to give out any information because there might be some out there who haven't read the books yet (seeing the movies do not count). I would recommend this book for major fans of Twilight or people who are interested in becoming an author. The beginning of the book is a conversation with Stephenie Meyer's favorite author, Shannon Hale. This book also includes some art sent in by fans, a playlist and quotes that connect to the songs, time lines, different covers from all around the world, outtakes, and frequently asked questions. This book is the best thing to get if you want to know about all about the Twilight books.

This book is one of the most exciting and most intriguing books I have ever read. It's full of action, humor, and suspense which kept my eyes glued to the book until I got to the last page. What really makes this book special is how it is told. The narrator refuses to tell much about any of the characters and constantly thinks about how he really shouldn't be telling you this story, but surprisingly it makes the book even more wonderful. I recommend this book to anyone who loves suspense and wants to read a book like they have never read before.

The Princess Test is an awesome book. It's about this super-sensitive girl. She has to have everything just so, which comes in handy when she ends up at a castle, taking a test to decide if she's fit to be the prince's wife. Gail Carson Levine is a really cool author. She adapts fairy-tales and adds details and twists. They are always funny and interesting. Her books are great reads. Some titles include Ella Enchanted, Fairest, Cinderellis and the Glass Hill, and Princess Sonora and the Long Sleep, or Cinderella, Snow White, Cinderella again, and Sleeping Beauty. I totally recommend her books!

I think The Candy Shop War is an amazing book filled with action and magic. The main character, Nate, is my favorite character because no matter what happens, he won't give up. I also think this book is for anybody 9 and up.

This book is told from an interesting viewpoint, detailing one girl's struggle to survive in Nazi Germany during World War Two. From the start this book pulls the reader into the main character's world.

This book is cleverly written and commentates in a funny and sometimes disparaging way on humans, religion and the world. Though possibly offensive to religion, this book is still a good read.

Review by Sharon, grade 12

Maskerade by Terry Pratchett
One of Terry Pratchett's funny and well-written Discworld novels, Maskerade deals with Granny Weatherwax and Nanny Ogg as they go to the city to find Agnes Nitt, who is singing for the opera. Like all of Pratchett's books, Maskerade is funny but has a serious theme.

Review by Sharon, grade 12

Carpe Jugulum by Terry Pratchett
Like all of Terry Pratchett's Discworld novels, Carpe Jugulum is cleverly hilarious. The witch Granny Weatherwax and Nanny Ogg have to deal with modern vampyres that aren't easily defeated. Like all his Discworld books, Pratchett uses fantasy and humor to convey a serious theme.

Wow! The Regarding the... series is AWESOME!!! It's a series of scrapbooks, journals, letters, etc. that tell a story. The main characters, in regarding the bees, are a 7th grade class and a substitute named Florence Waters, a famous fountain designer. When the bees arrive, will this class be ready?

An interesting book about reconciliation of cultures, Libyrinth is a good read for any fan of literature. It tells the story of Haly, who can hear the words in books, and her friends as they try to stop the Eradicants.

This steampunk novel combines past and future as it tells the stories of Deryn Sharp, a girl who dresses up as a boy to be a midshipman on a hydrogen-breathing fabricated creature, and Aleksandr, the runaway heir to the throne of Austria-Hungary and its walking machines. Westerfeld tells the story of World War I as it might have been.

Gripping, frightening, and occasionally beautiful, The Hunger Games throws the reader into a world where children are not safe and death is a form of entertainment. I loved this book and could not put it down in the short time it took me to read it. A page turner and a story that kept me up thinking about the characters and their struggles as they fought for life, love and rebellion. Slightly controversial, recommend for anyone over the age of 14 or 15.

Paper Towns is a wonderful mix of adventure, mystery, and classic high school moments. John Green has an exceptional way of making the characters realistic and unique at the same time. The story changes constantly from lighthearted to gripping to over the top funny without breaking pace of the mystery that is Margo Roth-Speigleman. Recommended for girls and boys, and adults over the age of 13.

I REALLY enjoyed this book! It constantly had me on the edge of my seat! With never a dull moment throughout the entire book! This book is a must read for anyone who enjoys a mixture of action, science fiction, and even a little romance. This book is extremely entertaining and one of Patterson’s best!

The BFG was about a little girl name Sopie. She was kidnaped by a Giant. The Giant took her to Giant Land. He was nice but the rest of them weren't. All the other giants got caught and the BFG lived in England with Sopie.

I loved this book, because I learned courage and can see how the main character change her characteristic. My favorite character was Zachariah, he is very kind and brave. My least favorite character is Captain Jaggery. He pretend he is generous and he tries to kill Charlotte. I think the people who likes mystery books will love to read this book.

Someone to Love Me is an excellent book. As a reader, I feel as though this book taught trust. Not only trusting your own heart but everyone around you. This book is great for young girls who are entering junior high or high school. They will learn that you are your own judge in life and about the power of saying no in a situation. I rate this book a 4.5/5 and recommend it to readers all over.

When Claire Lyons and her family moves to Westchester, New York from Orlando, Florida, the young girl cannot imagine the lifestyle she is about to embark on. Due to an old friendship between her father, Jay, and a wealthy old college friend, Mr. Block, the Lyons family moves into the Blocks' guest house until they can afford to buy a property of their own. Upon seeing the luxurious home of the Blocks, complete with servants, a huge pool and personal driver, Claire realizes that she is in a whole new league. When Claire meets Massie Block she is thrilled to make a new friend. After all, she and Massie are the same age and will both be attending the prestigious Octavian Day School. Unfortunately, Massie makes it clear that she wants nothing to do with Claire and that she has her own elite circle of friends. Massie is all about her girlfriends - Alicia, Kristen and Dylan. Together, the four girls rule Octavian Day School and are considered the most glamorous, popular and envied seventh graders. Decked out in designer clothes, these girls consider shopping an art form and are quick to gossip and place their peers on the out list. Although Claire is desperate to fit in and become a part of Massie's group, she is brutally shunned by the girls. As the ringleader, Massie makes it clear to her clique that Claire is persona non grata. They engage in cruel tactics such as smearing red paint on the butt of Claire's jeans, ignoring her presence and throwing food at her. As Claire struggles to find a place for herself in her elite new surroundings she finds a way to turn the tables on Massie and create some friction in Massie's social whirl

If you enjoyed the Hunger Games trilogy or into science-fiction novels, then this first book of three is perfect for you. Set in the future about a girl named Tally, the book focuses on her difficult process of turning pretty - what all 16-year-olds are turned to by the government. However, after meeting a friend named Shay, her dream of turning pretty is changed forever.

I would highly recommend the book The Calculus Affair by Herge. When the professor Calculus is kidnapped for his knowledge of a mysterious weapon, it's up to intrepid reporter Tintin and his faithful dog Snowy and his friend Captain Haddock to save him. I would recommend this fast-paced graphic novel to action-lovers in the 4th - 7th grades.

This book is a hilarious book about a cat named Garfield eating, sleeping and messing up peoples lives (John). My favorite character is Garfield. This book is for anyone who loves Sunday comics.

Review by Ishpreet, grade 7

Weird but True 2 by National Geographic
This book is a really cool book filled with facts about all sorts of random topics. There really aren't any characters and anybody who likes unusual facts will like this.

Another book in the hilarious Diary of a Wimpy Kid series soon to be followed by Cabin Fever coming in the fall of 2011. This book's best character is Manny. It is for anyone who likes hilarity.

Review by Ishpreet, grade 7

Percy Jackson and the Olympians: the Ultimate Guide by Rick Riordan
This is the guide to the Percy Jacksonseries telling you everything about a lot of things. Not all though. There isn't really a plot but I'd choose Percy as my favorite character. This book is for all Percy Jackson fans.

I love Rule # 1 because it teaches average people how they can successfully invest in stocks and receive a 15% return (or more!) with little risk. Phil is a great example of a rags-to-riches story. Testimonies like this are the most successful, as they show that you don\'t have to be a guru to be wealthy and have financial peace. Practicing the Rule # 1 method will help you escape the mediocrity and risk of mutual funds and really unlock the doors to serious wealth.

I love Henry Huggins because it brilliantly and hilariously portrays the antics of a boy's life. Scooter is my favorite character because he is irrepressibly funny. For instance, when Henry put his dog inside a bag to smuggle on to the bus, Scooter said, "There's something alive in there! I bet it's a baby--I bet he kidnapped a baby!" I think that children and adults of all ages will enjoy reading this lighthearted book.

Awesome! I LOVE this book. A Calvin and Hobbes book, it is a comic book. However, it still has unique panels and hilarious dialogue. Other Calvin and Hobbes books are "Scientific Progress Goes Boink, There's Treasure Everywhere, and Something Under my Bed is Drooling'. Read these! They are hilarious!

I like The Golden Compass because Lyra, the main character gets to so many places and meet so many people and throughout all those places she makes so many friends. My favorite person in the book is Roger, Lyra's best friend. I think this book would be good for children in the age limit of 10-15.

Review by Lindsay, grade 8

For People in Search Of New Places to Go by various musicians

I love this CD because it has music from various artists who each have a unique style. The music ranges from Classical music to guitar. I think people ages 10+ will like this CD. It\'s great to pop in to the music player in the car during a trip. My favorite artist on it is Aeslin Debison, a Canadian star who has released two albums. My favorite song is her song, "Driftwood."

Review by Josephine, grade 7

Financial Peace For the Next Generation by Dave Ramsey

I loved Financial Peace For the Next Generation because it taught me how to save, about different types of retirement accounts, negotiation, etc. I think that people of all ages would like this DVD series because it helps you to gain complete control over your financial life. Using Dave's methods and strategies, you will be able do things you've never been able to do before, from getting out of debt using the debt snowball, calculating how large a nest egg you need at retirement, and buying good insurance, to starting an emergency fund, finding a career that is right for you, and relating with money in marriages and other relationships. Dave busts many of the financial myths of today.

F.P.F.T.N.G. is a great resource for everyone. The only inferior information in it is Dave's stand on investing in mutual funds. Over all, this one is 10 stars.

As Lemony Snicket wraps up the series of Unfortunate Events, many secrets are revealed. Some have to do with Count Olaf, others about Kit Snicket, and even a secret about the parents of Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire. In this book many exciting things happen such as a baby being born, four people get washed up on the shore of a strict colony, and a secret house under a giant apple tree.
The real ending lies in Lemony Snicket’s last book called Chapter Fourteen. Violet with her inventing skills invents toys, devices, and anything and everything that you can imagine to keep her, her siblings, and the baby occupied while they stay on the island. Klaus continues his research in the giant book that is found in a secret house. Sunny cooks everyone gourmet meals to keep their taste buds satisfied. After a year of hard work and progress, they decide that it is time to leave the island and start a new journey.

Review by Catherine A., grade 7

Four Stars

I love this book for the same reason why I have loved all the Spinelli books I’ve read. That reason is that the characters were wonderful. I mainly liked Stargirl. She was just an innocent splash of uniqueness and caring. She had this quality about her that makes you want to be like her. I don’t think that anyone who reads this book will be disapointed. I recommend this book to people who enjoyed Eggs, also by Jerry Spinelli.

I loved this book. One of the reasons why was because the characters were so interesting. My favorite character was Primrose. She uses rollerskates to glide around everywhere, and her room is in an old, renovated minivan. I think it would be so fun to be her. I think that people who enjoyed the book When You Reach Me will like Eggs. I recommend this book to ages nine and up.

In my opinion, the storyline by itself was very smart in this book. A lot of times books have very similar plots, and I like that this book is more original. I also think that the author organized the book well, and everything flows together. The reason why I gave this book a 4 out of 5 is that it can be kind of boring at parts because the author can sometimes go too long without any big events happening. I recommend this book for ages ten and up.

The main reason that I loved this book was because it was fantasy. But the suspension was another reason. Because Gemma and Kirtak (my two fav. characters) were meant to be together from the start. But they kept trying to deny it. And it wasn't till near the end that they relized that they could not deny it. My least fav. character turned out to be Pipa. Because she betrayed Gemma. I encourage all to read the first in this trilogy, A Great and Terrible Beauty.

The first book of the 39 clues series, the maze of bones, is a great read. Its full of action, suspense, and mystery which will keep you hooked till the very end. Although the beginning is a bit slow and some of the other families are a bit irritating it is still a wonderful book. Even though it is filled with action and suspense there are many humorous parts between the 3 main characters which gives a lighter tone to the book. Over all this is a book I recommend to anyone who loves a good mystery.

Love, Stargirl is overall a very good book. It was a fairly easy read. I almost didn’t want to stop because of the lovely descriptions. It is in the young adult section, but I think that 10, 11, and 12 year-olds could easily read this. It is the sequel to Stargirl and I highly recommend it. Love, Stargirl was from a different point of view from its predecessor, Stargirls. I especially loved the hint of romance.

Stormbreaker: The Graphic Novel was overall great. However, I do recommend reading the actual Stormbreaker book beforehand because the graphic novel was unclear at times. It did stay close to the plot-line most of the time but sometimes strayed away. Although, I do recommend reading this because it helps you put a good picture in your mind.

I liked the book because it was fun, and the writing was good. It was about a boy named Derek who didn’t want to work during the summer. His parents had different plans though. They think that the ideal summer would be better spent off at a reading camp. It was very good and would recommend it to anyone even a few ten year olds who would enjoy it.

This book was very good. Percy Jackson and Harry Potter lovers will die for this book. It’s about a girl named Theodosia that removes curses on her family’s museum. She finds ancient Egyptian curses within her parent’s artifacts, then one day, after hiding this secret, she stumbles on a secret society that deals with curses. This secret society also deals with the serpents of chaos, an evil organization that uses their magic to try to take over the world. I love this book because of its exciting plot, and fair share of clif hangers. If you are a fantasy lover then you will love this book.

I am J is a realistic fiction book about a transsexual teen named J. He struggles to understand himself while dealing with the judgements and misunderstandings of those closet to him. My favorite character was Chanelle, a transsexual J meets. I wanted to know more of her story. I would definitely read a spin-off book about her! Because of mature themes and explicit language, this book is definitely for teens.

Spinx's Princess is a historical fiction book that tells about the life of Nefertiti, a beautiful woman who became queen of Egypt. Almost nothing is known about Nefertiti's actual life, but Esther Friesner portrays how Nefertiti deals with the trials of her life and becomes a strong woman.

Brave New World by Aldous Huxley is a dystopian novel that reflects a lot on human nature. It emphasized the power of words on society and how different upbringings can affect one's outlook on society. My favorite character was the Savage, because he was able to see that to know happiness, people must also know unhappiness.

I liked the book because I like the plot, the idea that there is a race to find 39 clues around the world. My least favorite character is Irina Spasky because she is evil and tricky and she also tries to kill them many times. I would recommend this book to kids age 9 and up.

I loved Sea of Monsters because it puts a twist on mythology and continues the first book,The Lightning Thief. My favorite character is Annabeth Chase because, being the daughter of Athena, she is wise and pretty. She also keeps calm during disaster and dreams big. I think people of all ages would like it, as long as they had already read The Lightening Thief.

Terrier is a good book for fans of Tamora Pierce's Tortall books - as rich in detail as the others, it tells an entirely new story about Beka Cooner trying to become a Provost's Guard and the mystery she uncovers.

I really enjoyed this book b/c it was action-packed and had a really complicated plot. It was very entertaining and had an unexpected ending. The idea of killing aliens that only a limited few can actually see is a great story line for a book.

Paper towns is an amazing book, taking an epic tale and adding light humor along the way. The reason I give this book a 4.5 out of 5 is just because of the ending being slightly unsettling. GREAT BOOK!

I like the Graveyard Book because you can't stop reading. It is exciting, witty, sinister, and creepy in a way that wants you to keep turning the pages. My favorite character is Silas, Bod's Gaurd. This book is good for people of all ages, especially children 7-13. If you like exciting, or fast-paced themes this is a great book!

Close to Famous is about Foster and her Mom moving to Culpepper, West Virginia to get away from Huck, an Elvis impersanater. Foster loves making cupcakes and hopes one day she can go on Food Network and have a show. I loved this book because it shows how hard it is to move to a new town but how Foster gets through it by baking cupcake and other treats. My favorite character is Foster because she loves to bake and believe in herself. I, also, love to bake so I loved hearing about her cupcakes. I'd recomend this book to anyone going in/in middle school who likes to bake and a good story that will keep you wondering whats next!

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is about Francie Nolan growing up in Brooklyn in the early 1900s. I loved this book because its a page turner and a very interesting story. Its a long book but its very interesting so you'll want to keep on reading. My favorite characters are the Heaven tree and Francie Nolan. Both of these characters relate to each other and in some ways can relate to your life. I think girls who are in middle school and like classic books would enjoy this book. I really enjoyed it and hope others like it too.

Review by Caroline, grade 7

Radiance by Alyson Noel
A girl named Riley has crossed the bridge to the afterlife. She is living in a place called here. And don't bother asking what the time is because the answer would always be now. But being dead isn't what Riley suspected it would be. Riley got summoned by the council. And they assigned her a job soul catcher. Sounds scary, huh!

Eyewitness NASCAR by James Buckley, Jr. is a nonfiction book about the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR). It describes the history, the drivers, and many other things about stock car racing. I would recommend this book to sports lovers and/or NASCAR fans in the 4th-7th grade.

I thought the story was pretty good except that it was really predictable. My favorite character is Lord Winthrop because he made the story a bit funny. I think this book is for anyone ages 8 and up and for people who like action, and historical mysteries.

This book is about a girl named Maybelline who sets on to a trip to find her biological father, she catches a ride with her friend Hollywood, which is going to USC. Her other friend Ted also tags along. When Hollywood gets busy with his filming, and Ted works for a movie star, she has nowhere to stay. She moves in with someone and finds a job; will she ever find her real father after all she has done?

The second book in the Hunger Games trilogy managed to keep the excitement high and characters invigorating while slightly shifting the dynamic of the world. Now a celebrity Katniss finds life to be as complicated as ever and Collins does a superb job of showing the repercussions of the characters' actions after the pivotal Hunger Games from the previous book. 4.5 stars.

I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more in the series. It was very much like Harry Potter and the Percy Jackson series. Magic and fantasy facinate me and this was another excellent representation of these genres.

Will Grayson, Will Grayson, co-written by John Green and David Levithan, is a light-hearted book with the perfect mixture of comedy and poignancy. The two Will Graysons find their lives intersecting unexpectedly, altering the friendships around them. Their mutual friend Tiny Cooper is (literally) larger-than-life, and their escapades reveal surprising things about themselves. The slightly lower rating is only due to the first chapter or so of the second Will Grayson, which is rather abrupt. Overall, a great teen read.

Review by Meg, grade 10

Three Stars

This book was cute but sometimes boring… It was kinda Grace Lin’s Year of the Dog biography. All in all it was a good book and her friend Melody is adorable in the book and lets us see Lissy through a second point of view. I would recommend it for a rainy day, as it is a fast read.

I thought that the author did a good job of setting everything up in this book. The myster in the book was the best part. I think that many book sare about people trying to figure out their identity but this book did a really good job while using a common theme. The only thing that I didn’t like in this book was that for me, the characters were hard to relate to. Other than that, this book was great. I recommend it to ages ten and up.

The second book to the Strange Angels novel was....okay. It had some funny parts in it and the characters were great, none of them were boring. They all had some importance to them. The reason I was not a huge fan of the book was because it dragged on and it didn't start off in a very upbeat way. I would recommend this book to older readers (teenagers) because there is some language and it's detailed when it comes to the death of zombies or other characters. I would also recommend this book for someone who is patient and can handle a slow moving story. I'm not that kind of person, so that's why I didn't enjoy this book that well. The thing I loved about this book was three characters. Shanks the werewolf, Graves the Loup-garou, and Christophe the djamphir. I loved Shanks because he is quick to act and he stands up for himself, even against someone he fears. Graves was once a normal boy but then got bit by a werewolf, thus becoming a Loup-garou. Leader of the pack, he is quick to protect Dru against anyone. He's a smart mouth just like Shanks but they cover that with their charm. Last but not least, Christophe (who I just called Chris) is a djamphir (vampire). He is a charming, but powerful vampire. He has powers none could believe, but you never know when he's using them. He is a mysterious person that I have some suspicions on but you have to read it too see if you agree. If you have the patience. ;)

Robin McKinley has written many good books (The Blue Sword, The Hero and the Crown) and though this one has some beautiful moment, it's not on the same level as some of her other works. This book was an interesting read, if you can get past the beginning. The start is very slow paced, and the first 30 or so pages are descriptions of the world this book is set in, and how the humans and pegasi met and formed their Alliance. After that period of almost nothing but the settings and characters being formed, and a long history explained, the pacing picks up. The middle is very well-written and entertaining, with beautiful descriptions of the pegasus' land, especially of their caves. The action continues from there, but the book ends right in the middle of a moment of tension, and you can't help but wonder why the author chose to end it there. It felt so incomplete, like all the characters were left balancing on the edge of a cliff, and you didn't know whether they would fall or not.

The reason I like Game Informer is because it keeps me informed about new game or cheat codes. It talks about a lot of games rated E,T, and M. You can get Game Informer from Game Stop. It tells about games for PlayStation 3, Xbox, Xbox 360, PSP, Wii, and PC.

I think Incarceron is an okay book because the part where the prison is alive doesn't lead to much action. My favorite character is probably Kiro because he is tough. This book is probably for ages 11+ because of language.

Review by Ishpreet, grade 7

The Usborne Book of Really Awful Jokes by Leonard Le Rolland
This book is an okay book because most of it has corny jokes but it has a few funny ones. There isn't a character so I don't have a favorite one. This book is for anyone who likes jokes.

This book, The Name of This Book Is Secret, is an interesting, unique book that contains many secrets, as revealed in the title. I liked the book, however, it got a little annoying every time the author would refuse to share a bit of information "for the reader's own safety." I really liked Cass because she was resourceful. I think people of all ages would like the book.

Little House in the Big Woods is an interesting and excellent story about the author's own childhood living in the 1860s to 1870s time period, post-civil war. She talks about her family, her chores, and other adventures. I like Laura because of her playful personality. This book is an easy read, but is very interesting and would definitely be appropriate for all ages.

This book was unique and interesting.Following the life of an uneducated homeless orphan girl in the Middle Ages has its exciting and dull moments. It was an eye-opening read and made me see that time period in a whole new way. Definitely worth the read through.

Review by Megan, grade 10

Two Stars

Beyond the Chocolate War is the sequel to The Chocolate War. It contains the same characters, but feels like it's missing a main character. The book lacks the emotion and suspense of the first book, and doesn't have as strong or clear a message. I recommend the book for those who read The Chocolate War and want to see more, but I found the book very lackluster.

Review by Elizabeth, grade 10

One Star

Movie & CD Reviews

Vexille is a computer animated Japanese film set in 2077. Japan has been isolated for ten years by a barrier that distorts all electro-magnetic radiation, effectively cutting off all communications except official transmissions and all forms of surveillance in order to protest the banning of robotics research in 2065. Because of new proof that Japan has continued illegal robotics research, the titular character, Lt. Cdr. Vexille Serra, and her American Navy unit SWORD, is "unofficially" dispatched. SWORD is ordered to transmit a signal that would allow American satellites to image Japan and they are to discover what exactly Japan has been doing for the past ten years.

The movie left quite an impression on me, especially the main characters. Vexille is a strong woman who isn't afraid to get dirty but still cares deeply about the people she becomes attached to. Though she is rescued, she refuses to be a damsel in distress. Vexille is computer animated, but it's in an almost anime style which looks awkward on occasion. As you get into the movie, it's easy to forget that they aren't human actors, but then something will snap you back out, and it'll look slightly odd again. The English dubbed version I watched was good; it was hard to believe that this wasn't an originally English film. The lips mostly matched up, though it got worse nearer the end. However, one thing I disliked about their English voices was that almost everyone had American accents, even the Japanese. Not exactly what you would expect from Japanese speakers who haven't really spoken to anyone else for ten years.

All things considered, I liked it, though it's better for older teens/anime fans. Fans of Macross Frontier and Gundam Seed will probably like it. Though it has a very different plot, it has a similar feel.

My rating: 5

Review by Darcy, grade 10

Diary Of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (film)
I loved the movie because it was really funny. I could barely stop laughing even after the movie was over. The main characters Greg and his best friend Rowley are trying to become popular on YouTube. They are making videos of them hurting themselves to make others laugh. They are trying to be popular because they are picked on in their middle school. I loved it and think that anyone could watch this movie and get a kick out of it.

The movie version of this book is well done and very true to the book. However, I did not like how some scenes of reconciliation which happened in the book did not happen in the movie. It is also hard to get a sense of Harry's internal conflict about Dumbledore, which is also an important aspect of the book.

I liked this CD a lot because all of the songs were written by Taylor Swift. I like that her songs can relate to almost any teenage girl. The only thing I really didn’t like were some of the slower songs. I really love her more upbeat songs. This is my favorite CD out of all of Taylor Swift’s CDs because it has the most lyric variety. Her past CD’s have been mostly about love. My very favorite song on this CD is “Long Live” and my least favorite was “Haunted.” I would recommend this CD to all Taylor Swift lovers.

Demi Lovato has truthfully written the songs in this album. She wrote about past relationships with others. Most of the songs makes you want to get up and rock out to the beat. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 with 108,000 records sold in its first week. This album is different from the first (Don't Forget) because it is more upbeat.

A comedy about bending the rules to reach your goal, Bend It Like Beckham explores the world of women's soccer, from kick-abouts in the park to free kicks in the Final. Set in Hounslow, West London and Hamburg, the film follows two 18 year olds with their hearts set on a future in professional soccer. Heart-stopping talent doesn't seem to be enough when your parents want you to hang up your football boots, find a nice boyfriend and learn to cook the perfect chapatti.

Taylor Swift abandons any pretense that she's a teen on her second album, FEARLESS--which isn't to say that she suddenly tarts herself up, running away from her youth in a manner that's all too familiar to many teen stars. Swift's maturation is deliberate and careful, styled after the crossover country-pop. My personal favorites are Fearless and You Belong With Me. My least favorites are slow downbeat songs like Hey Stephen and White Horse. But, this is a really good CD I would recommend to buy or borrow from the library.

Rating: 4

Review by Annesha, grade 6

Second Chances (film)

I loved the movie Second Chances because it's about a girl named Sunny whose dad had died in a car accident. After that happened Sunny was left temporarily paralyzed and living with her mom. Later they moved to a house next to a large ranch owned by a man named Ben Taylor. In this movie, Sunny makes some friends and saves a horse named Ginger from being chopped up for dog food. Later she comes in second place at a rodeo but lets her rival Malinda use her horse after Malinda's turned out lame. When Malinda wins Sunny gets half the money. Later Ben Taylor proposes to Sunny's mom and they get married. I think this movie will be interesting for horse lovers of all ages.

I loved the CD because it is Justin B. Yes, I like the CD as well as the other CDs. The two worst songs are "Baby" and "Should Be Me". The two best songs are "One Less Lonely Girl" and "Love Me." I think he is R and B. 8-12 years old, because a lot of people like Justin Bieber.

My rating: 4

Review by Alexus, grade 6

CDs by *Justin Bieber
I loved this CD 'cause it's my favorite artist. I like all of Justin Bieber books, CDs, movies, anything and everything Justin Bieber. All of the songs were awesome! I think he is pop & R & B. My friend would love it so much. I think young adults & teens should read, listen, and watch.

This is the final wrap up in the worldwide best seller book Harry Potter. This is the best Harry Potter movie yet. My favorite character is Harry. This is a must see movie.

My rating: 5

Review by Ishpreet, grade 7

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2

This movie is truly spectacular. It has action, adventure, drama, and suspense! I loved it because it was the end to the series and keeps you wondering if they might do movies about Harry Potter's children. That's why I give this movie five stars!!!

The best songs on it are Nothin’ on you by BOB, Rude Boy by Rihanna, Immabe by Black Eyed Peas, Solo by Izay, All of the Right Moves by One Republic, Halfway Gone by Lifehouse, and breakeven by the Script. The worst songs are Baby by Justin Beiber. The genre is hiphop-pop-rap. For ages 10-30. For fans of hiphop-pop-rap.
Rating: 4
Review by Jackson, grade 6

The best songs are Love the Way You Lie by Eminem, Just the Way You Are by Bruno Mars, Firework by Katy Perry, Whip My Hair by Willow Smith, and My Gril by Mindless Behaviro. There are no bad songs. The type of music is hiphop-rap-pop. Ages 10-30. For fans of hiphop-rap-pop. I love this one.
Rating:5
Review by Jackson, grade 6

The best songs are Billionaire by Travis McCoy and Rock That Body by Black Eyed Peas, Ridin’ Solo by Jason Derulo. Type of music: hiphop-rap-pop. Age group 10-30. For fans of hiphop-rap-pop.
Rating: 4
Review by Jackson, grade 6